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Trentino launches free men's cancer checks during November awareness campaign

LILT Trentino has launched its 'LILT for Men - Nastro Blu' campaign to encourage men to get checked early for male cancers, especially prostate and testicular cancer. Mario Cristofolini says men under 60 are the hardest to reach, and the campaign offers free urological visits by appointment at LILT's 10 provincial offices during November. The group also points to 436 new prostate cancer cases in Trentino in a year, a 23% rise over two years.

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What does it mean?

Men in Trentino can now book free check-ups for prostate and testicle problems at LILT's 10 offices during November. Men aged 20 to 44 can learn how to check their own testicles, while men aged 45 to 65 can get a prostate visit.

Who is affected?

Men in Trentino, especially those aged 20 to 65, and men treated for prostate cancer who need rehabilitation or emotional support.